Description
Wintergreen, Gaultheria Procumbens, from Nepal, steam distilled. Organic.
It holds the properties of an analgesic (pain reducer) antiarthritic, antiseptic, and astringent. Known for its anti-inflammatory qualities when used with a carrier oil can be very effective in aiding any inflammation in the body helping with aches and pains. Very good in helping to relieve some of the symptoms of arthritis.
Analgesic Property: Wintergreen is can act as a pain reliever by applying to an affected area on the body with a carrier oil it enters into the body inducing anesthetic or numbness on the nerves in the area! It will induce healing as it helps to increase circulation and warming sensation Added bonus helps to induce sleep as it acts as an anesthetic calming the nerves!
Anti arthritic and Anti- inflammatory Properties: Apply externally with a carrier oil to areas affected by rheumatism and arthritis and it will enter into the skin and go to the surrounding muscles, tendons, ligaments an other tissues and stimulate blood flow to the areas! The extra blood flow warms the affected area as well as allow for a smoother and faster blood flow (why arthritic areas in the body have to move more and more to keep blood flowing without obstruction) It rids the blood of toxins that can cause pain and inflammation by inducing urination!
Great for Coughs and Congestion! By calming the muscles and nervous system if applied with a carrier oil or diffused it can help to elevate coughing and congestion.
Get Rid of the Stale Smells: Diffuse Wintergreen and it will clean the air as well as help to increase blood flow as you breath giving all the benefits!
This is a great oil to have on hand for those aches and pains!
*never ingest the essential oils without the supervision and advice of a certified aromatherapist*